Overview

About Fairbanks Denali CenterLocated next to Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Denali Center is a 90-bed comprehensive short and long-term care facility offering uniquely compassionate care to our adult patient population. Following the Eden Alternative, we foster a core belief that aging should be a continued stage of development and growth, rather than a period of decline. Within our inviting setting, we provide residents with access to daily activities, visits from friends and family, a place to worship and on-site shopping options. We also provide our dedicated health care professionals with deeply rewarding career opportunities and fulfilling lifestyle options.

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assuring the completion of all documentation, data entry and transmission in compliance with defined regulations and requirements to assure appropriate federal and/or state reimbursement. The position also measures quality of care and services utilizing established quality indicators, and assists management in quality management and performance improvement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Plans, organizes develops and coordinates the completion of documentation and the input of patient assessment data as required by federal and/or state regulations for reimbursement. Assures accurate transmission of data in accordance with regulations and maintains a compliance log of transmissions.

Maintains, updates and revises required documentation according to patient changes in condition, as regulated by federal and/or state guidelines. Effectively communicates and coordinates with members of the interdisciplinary team regarding appropriate functional/care level and transition to another level. Advises patients of rights regarding information transmitted.

Assists in ensuring compliance from a risk management/regulatory perspective through early identification of clinical events or trends, including root cause analysis and risk reduction strategy. Provides data management and summary information regarding clinical decisions for benchmarking and comparative analysis.

Maintains education and updated knowledge of federal and state regulations in order to assure appropriate reimbursement. Provides education and guidance to the interdisciplinary team regarding regulations, reimbursement system, and associated documentation to assure maximum reimbursement levels.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

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Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Depending on patient care area supported and state regulations, requires: Registered Nurse (R.N.) licensure in state of practice; OR Graduate from an accredited school and licensure in state of practice as Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Pathologist.

Requires a proficiency level typically attained with 3 years clinical nursing or rehabilitation therapy experience. Must have good communication skills. Must have strong organization skills and be able to work independently. Knowledge of quality improvement processes with an emphasis on clinical documentation standards, auditing, and reimbursement process.